The podcast is where we learn more about the people behind the business.
Hosted by Rob Baines from Rob-Cam Productions, NEBiznis takes you behind the scenes with entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals from all backgrounds. It’s less about spreadsheets, more about stories – honest, down-to-earth conversations that explore how people build, grow, and navigate their businesses. From passion projects to major pivots, NEBiznis is where business gets personal.
YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/@NEBiznis
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Magician Tom Cocker discusses turning a childhood hobby into a performance career, revealing the realities of intense rehearsal, handling mistakes, and navigating the entertainment industry in this interview.
29 Oct 2025
S1E9: From Marriage to Mycelium (with Vincent and Jennifer Smart)
Vincent Smart and Jennifer Smart share their entrepreneurial journey from service businesses to Urban Farm Mushrooms, discussing the challenges of marketing mushroom-based food supplements in an interview with Rob.
15 Oct 2025
S1E8: Getting HR Involved (with Alice Potter)
Alice Potter discusses her transition from teaching to founding Eighth House HR with Rob Baines, highlighting how early HR involvement saves businesses time and money in this interview.
2 Oct 2025
S1E7: Farming and Finance (with Dom Middlemiss)
Financial planner Dom Middlemiss discusses his transition from farming to finance with host Rob, exploring the intersection of agricultural principles and financial strategies in an interview.
17 Sept 2025
S1E6: Washi Tape Wife (with Charlotte Baines)
Charlotte Baines, a nurse and stationery business owner, recounts to Rob her transition from nursing to launching ArtiiSmartii, highlighting the therapeutic benefits of journaling and the realities of small business ownership in this interview.
28 May 2025
S1E5: Florring It! (with Tom Cockerill)
Host Rob interviews Tom Cockerill, founder of Cockrell and Co., who recounts his entrepreneurial journey in the flooring industry, including overcoming business challenges and establishing a successful consultancy.
14 May 2025
S1E4: Then The Plumber Walked In (with Arron Goulbourn)
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We dive deep into the rollercoaster journey of Arron Goulbourn, founder of Heatwave Plumbing (https://www.facebook.com/heatwaveplumbing). From early dreams of becoming a car designer to dishing out mortgage advice, Arron shares how a series of twists, turns, and setbacks ultimately led him to plumbing and launching his own successful business.
We talk about the power of resilience, the realities of managing tradespeople, integrating tech into traditional services, and how outdoor hiking adventures help Arron reset from the chaos of entrepreneurship. Plus, there's a surprising amount of chat about plumber innuendos, frozen bogs, and an unforgettable night in a stone hut.
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Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Meet Arron Goulbourn
03:15 – Life as a Tradesman & Business Growth
08:45 – Tech That Transformed the Trade
13:50 – Arron’s Winding Career Journey
20:15 – Factory Work, Plumbing, and Starting Over
27:20 – From Getting Fired to Founding Heatwave
32:30 – Plumbing Stereotypes & Funny Stories
34:45 – Hiking Adventures & Mental Reset
41:00 – Ultra-Marathons, Greg’s Hut & Ice Cream Kryptonite
46:00 – Plumber Jokes, Superpowers & Wrap-Up
30 Apr 2025
S1E3: Two Weddings And A Long Scarf (with Katie Ord)
Watch this episode on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5B-g5wVtWMQ).
Join host Rob Baines (from Rob-Cam Productions (https://robcamproductions.com/)) as he chats with Katie, a solicitor at Evans & Co. (https://www.evansco.co.uk/), about the realities of working in family law and conveyancing, while juggling major life events like her upcoming wedding. Katie shares her journey into law, the emotional highs and lows of her work, and offers honest advice for aspiring solicitors, particularly the importance of building connections and learning through real-world experience.
Beyond the legal talk, we touch on wedding stress, honeymoon plans in Mexico, dog-friendly pubs, chocolate addictions, and guilty-pleasure TV shows. Rob and Katie bond over creative passions, shared career pressures, and their mutual love of storytelling (with a surprise Doctor Who connection thrown in!).
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16 Apr 2025
S1E2: Axes & Taxes (with Calum Tingle)
Watch this episode on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Zm5Ba3BLMg).
Join host Rob Baines (from Rob-Cam Productions (https://robcamproductions.com/)) as he chats with Calum Tingle, the accountant who’s anything but ordinary. In this down-to-earth episode, Calum shares how he went from launching his accountancy business at 19 with just £50 and a laptop in his bedroom, to running Fresh Business Solutions (https://freshbusinesssolutions.co.uk) – a modern, tech-savvy firm that’s shaking up the industry.
They dive into the realities of self-employment, the challenges of growing a business from scratch, and how Calum co-founded an axe-throwing venue on the side. From musical memories to future dreams in Menorca, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a refreshing take on what it means to be a business owner today.
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2 Apr 2025
S1E1: Lights, Camera, Action (with Steve Warren)
Watch this episode on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sR7pAozF0nQ).
Join host Rob Baines from Rob-Cam Productions (https://robcamproductions.com/) in this engaging premiere episode of NEBiznis, where we meet the people behind the professions. In this candid and often humorous conversation, Rob sits down with Steve Warren, the coffee-fueled creative mind behind Studio 8 Photography (https://studio8photography.co.uk/).
Steve shares his winding journey from supported housing and haulage logistics to professional photography, offering insights into entrepreneurship, creativity, and adapting to change. Along the way, we dive into the realities of running a photography business, the power of visual storytelling, Doctor Who, and how a bit of humor can shape a career.
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Who has been a guest on NEBiznis
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Tom Cocker
Vincent Smart
Jennifer Smart
Alice Potter
Dom Middlemiss
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
317,764
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Spotify
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 52 / 100
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Quality
57
Social presence
0
YouTube
86
Engagement
32
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